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Ripley Recaptures WWE Women's Title at WrestleMania 42
20 Apr
Summary
- Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill to win the WWE Women's Championship.
- This marks Ripley's second reign and fourth overall world championship.
- All major women's championships defended at WrestleMania 42 changed hands.
Rhea Ripley emerged victorious over Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, securing her second WWE Women's Championship. This win elevates Ripley to an impressive four-time world champion status, excluding her accomplishments in NXT and NXT UK. The electrifying atmosphere at Allegiant Stadium, with over 50,000 fans in attendance, overwhelmingly supported Ripley, further cementing her position as a top superstar.
Cargill delivered a performance many consider the best of her career, nearly clinching the win with assistance from Michin and B-Fab. However, IYO SKY intervened to neutralize the interference. Following a fierce exchange, Ripley countered Cargill's offense and secured the victory with a Riptide, ending Cargill's 169-day reign.
The night was marked by a significant shift in women's championships. Brie Bella and Paige won the Women's Tag Team Championship, Becky Lynch claimed her third Women's Intercontinental Championship from AJ Lee, and Liv Morgan defeated Stephanie Vaquer for the Women's World Championship. In contrast, men's titles saw more defenses, with Cody Rhodes retaining the WWE Championship and Penta holding onto his Men's Intercontinental Championship, though Trick Williams became the new Men's United States Champion.
